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Stress is at the base of many health conditions.
To support a healthy body and your well-being, we approach stress management in any consultation in Paz By Nature Clinic.
Stress relates to various health problems, such as anxiety, sleep problems, headaches, etc. We offer specific advice about these topics at the Paz By Nature clinic.
Stress is a common issue; a 2018 UK-wide stress survey has found that almost three-quarters of adults (74%) have at some point over the past year felt so stressed they felt overwhelmed or unable to cope.[1]
We have an internal self-defence system, commonly known as the fight-or-flight response. The system works like this: our body response is supposed to kick in when you encounter an immediate physical threat and turn off when the danger passes. [2]
When your body feels in danger, it triggers a stress response in the brain’s hypothalamus gland. That, in turn, sends signals to the adrenals (two kidney-shaped glands that sit on top of the kidneys) to release stress hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline.
These cause a rise in blood pressure and give your body a hit of glucose so you can outrun or fight the immediate danger. However, if the stress occurs during an extended period, the body is in constant fight-or-flight mode, leading to health problems.
Prolonged stress sets your body in a continuous state of readiness for action.
When the body has no time to regain balance, we become exhausted, and the immune system weakens and is more susceptible to sickness.
Many fundamental bodily processes are disrupted, and your risk of health problems increases.
If you're suffering from stress, whether from your job or something more personal, the first step to feeling better is identifying the cause.
Mindfulness, breathing and stretching techniques could offer potential improvement. [4]
You can feel better prepared to handle the day's challenges with proper nutrition.
A healthy diet and herbal medicine can help counter the effects of stress while supporting the immune system and lowering blood pressure.
Aromatherapy and Bach Flower Remedies can help you in managing stress better.
References:
[1] “Stressed nation: 74% of UK ‘overwhelmed or unable to cope ….” 14 May. 2018,
[2] “What Is Stress-Related Illness? – Healthline.”
[3] “Causes of stress | Mind, the mental health charity – help for ….”
[4] Worthen M, Cash E. Stress Management. [Updated 2020 May 23]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2020 Jan-. Available from: